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Virginia Anderson Obituary

Virginia "Ginny" Anderson DeWitt Born in Winchester, IN on December 5, 1923 to George and Hazel (Corell) Patterson, Ginny passed away on October 24, 2010 at age 86. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, J.B. Anderson; 6 brothers, 1 sister, 1 infant grandson, 3 brother-in-laws; and 1 sister-in-law. Surviving is her daughter, Joyce (Jim) Niswonger; 1 son, Joe (Karen) Anderson; 4 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; 2 sisters; 3 sister-in-laws; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Anderson, along with her husband J.B., owned and operated the Union 76 Gas Station and Restaurant on the corner of Alward Road and Old 27 for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her family (especially her many great-grandchildren). Going to garage sales was great fun for Ginny and she was always ready for an exciting vacation. Funeral services will be held at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 205 E. Washington, DeWitt at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 29, 2010 with Pastor Earl Barks officiating. The family will receive friends at the DeWitt Chapel on Thursday, Oct. 28, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Those desiring may make contributions to Great Lakes Hospice, 1011 S. US 27, St. Johns, MI, 48879, in memory of Mrs. Anderson. Online condolences may be made at: www.gorslineruncimandewitt.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Oct. 26, 2010.

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October 28, 2010

Joe, Karen and Kimi,
My heart goes out to you and your family. Cherish all the memories that you had with your mom and grandmother, because you know that is what she would want you to do. Always remember her with a smile, and that memory will last forever.
Love you all, Debbie Farnum (Healy)

Keith & Holly Roy

October 26, 2010

It's always hard to lose a loved one. I'm sure your mother was always surrounded by a loving family, and when you think about her you will always smile. Please accept our sympathy.

Roger & Carol Campbell

October 26, 2010

We send our deepest sympathy, and understanding, at this time of the loss of your mother, grandmother, great-grandmother.

Roger & Carol Campbell

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